Probably a special order... a "custom" drumset as we say today. This drumset was manufactured by METJAZZ brand (Jean Metzger drum maker), whose specialty was those very decorated drumsets, very fashionable in France from the 30s to the early 50s…
Read moreImperator Mondus 1920s drum set - Ultra rare French instrument
This is the only complete IMPERATOR MODUS drum set known to date ! This "Jazz" (drumsets were called "Jazz" in France before the WWII) dates from the late 1920s and is the "Luxury" model of the brand.... A full dress drum set decorated with marquetry and nacrolac (plastic pearl)...
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